Shipping a Car from Phoenix, AZ to Colorado Springs, CO
A 653-mile trip northeastbound, through Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado: that is Phoenix to Colorado Springs. Transit after dispatch is about 1–2 days (13 hours of driving, plus stops). This lane sees steady, moderate demand.
What Phoenix to Colorado Springs Costs
A sedan on an open trailer is priced at roughly $490–$720 on this haul, or $0.93 for each of the 653 miles. Enclosed shipping adds about 45% ($710–$1,045), while SUV and truck surcharges bring open pricing to $550–$805. Ending in Denver instead (66 mi from Colorado Springs) is estimated at $525–$765. Loading in Scottsdale, about 18 miles from Phoenix, is within a few dollars at $485–$710. For scale, Chicago, IL to Greensboro, NC is a similar 691-mile move at $520–$760.
| Trailer | Car Type | Typical Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sedan / Coupe | $490–$720 | Budget-friendly default |
| Open | SUV / Truck | $550–$805 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Open | Minivan | $550–$805 | Taller, heavier vehicles |
| Enclosed | Sedan / Coupe | $710–$1,045 | Luxury, classic and low-clearance cars |
Figures assume a standard sedan; actual quotes vary with exact addresses, condition and season.
The Route and Corridor
The direct line between the two cities crosses Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. Colorado: I-70 climbs through the Rockies near the Eisenhower Tunnel while I-25 runs the Front Range. Arizona: I-10 and I-40 cross long desert stretches with few services.
Pickup and Delivery Details
Pickup in Phoenix. The main approaches to Phoenix are I-10 and I-17. Sun Belt hub on I-10/I-17 and the nation's top snowbird destination in winter. The nearest major airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, is a common landmark for meeting a driver.
Delivery in Colorado Springs. Carriers typically arrive around I-25. Colorado Springs has a sizeable service-member population, so permanent-change-of-station season matters. Winter weather near Colorado Springs is a real scheduling factor from December to March.
Timing and Seasonality
Spring brings a rush of northbound cars from Phoenix, so lock in dates early between March and May. Colorado Springs has a large military community, so summer permanent-change-of-station season (about May to August) tightens carrier space. Mountain passes along the way can close in winter storms, adding a day or two between December and March. Desert heat rarely stops trucks, but midday loading can be hard, so early-morning pickups are common. Two weeks of lead time works well for 653 miles. Across Arizona expect desert heat above 110°F in summer and snow near Flagstaff on I-40; across Colorado, heavy mountain snow on I-70 and Front Range storms.
Practical Tips for This Lane
- Vet the carrier. Check the MC number on safer.fmcsa.dot.gov and get insurance terms in writing before paying a deposit.
- Pad winter dates. If you ship between December and March, build in slack for pass closures.
- Ask for a call-ahead. Request a heads-up about a day before the truck reaches Colorado Springs.